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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with issues relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new changes in blended learning technology enable people in nations all aver the world to take courses online. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that elearning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can stakeholders certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of Pennsylvania to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle low motivation and high student dropout rates?

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